Oral Health

Free Orthodontic Services
Illinois children ages 11-18 that are ineligible for orthodontic treatment through insurance or public aid maybe eligible to receive free braces from a participating orthodontist

K-12 Oral Health Education
From the National Maternal and Child Oral Health Resource Center at Georgetown University, this website provides multiple links to curriculum and other resources to help teach students about the importance of oral health care (click on "K-12 Education" link)

Smile Starts Oral Health Curriculum
Applicable for ages 4-14, the American Dental Association designed a step by step curriculum for teachers to walk through with their students. PDF format (bound copy can be purchased)

Games and Puzzles (ADA)
Available on the ADA website are games and puzzles (for classes with computer/internet access). Appropriate grade levels: 1st-3rd